The Outlaw Anthem: Ray Wylie Hubbard’s “Redneck Mother”
phil About the Song Ray Wylie Hubbard, the granddaddy of Texas outlaw country, is a storyteller of the highest caliber. His songs are…
Raising a Glass to the Underdog: Garth Brooks’ “Friends in Low Places”
About the Song There are songs that simply capture a moment, and then there are songs that become anthems for a generation.…
A Winning Hand: Juice Newton’s “Queen of Hearts”
About the Song Juice Newton’s 1981 hit, “Queen of Hearts,” is a perfect example of pop music done right. It’s a song…
Finding Wisdom in the Simple Things: Tom T. Hall’s “Old Dogs, Children and Watermelon Wine”
About the Song Tom T. Hall, often referred to as “The Storyteller,” was a master at crafting songs that resonated with everyday…
Ageless Anthem: Bellamy Brothers’ “Old Hippie”
About the Song The year was 1985. Ronald Reagan was president, “Back to the Future” was wowing audiences in cinemas, and a…
Honky-Tonk Heartbreak and Highway Dreams: Dwight Yoakam’s “Guitars, Cadillacs”
About the Song In the vast landscape of country music, certain artists emerge who not only capture the essence of the genre…
Smoky Mountain Rain: A Country Ballad Masterpiece
About the Song Ronnie Milsap is a name synonymous with country music. His smooth vocals, soulful delivery, and ability to blend country…
Walking the Line Between Celebration and Stereotype: Gretchen Wilson’s “Redneck Woman”
About the Song Gretchen Wilson burst onto the country music scene in 2004 with a defiant roar and a beer in hand.…
Trucking Across the Airwaves: C.W. McCall’s “Convoy”
About the Song The year was 1975. Disco was taking over the dance floors, bell bottoms were swaying to the beat, and…
A Cajun Classic: Harry Choates and “Jole Blon”
About the Song There’s something undeniably captivating about Cajun music. It’s a sound steeped in history, echoing with the joys and sorrows…